> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.requestplus.xyz/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quickstart

> Begin with a guide on the fastest path to a successful outcome

This guide takes you from zero to a working Request+ setup: app installed, music platform connected, chat connected, and the overlay live in OBS.

## Prerequisites

* A supported operating system: **Windows 10/11**, **macOS**, or **Linux**.
* A streaming account on **Twitch**, **Kick**, or **YouTube**.
* A music player you actually use: **Spotify**, **YouTube Music**, **Apple Music**, or **SoundCloud**.
* **OBS Studio** or **Streamlabs** if you want the on-stream overlay.

## Install Request+

<Steps>
  <Step title="Download the app">
    Grab the latest build from the [official downloads page](https://requestplus.xyz/downloads) or [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/DarkWolfie-YouTube/requestplus/releases).

    Platform packages available:

    * Windows installer or portable build
    * Windows MSIX/AppX package
    * macOS package
    * Linux package
  </Step>

  <Step title="Install and launch">
    Run the installer for your OS and open Request+. On first launch the app registers the device with the Request+ API using hardware/device authentication — no password needed for the desktop client itself.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Sign in to your stream platform">
    Connect **Twitch** and/or **Kick** via OAuth from the app's settings. Request+ uses secure OAuth so your credentials never touch the app.

    See [Chat integrations](/integrations/chat) for the full walkthrough.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Connect your music platform">
    Pick the platform you stream with and follow its setup:

    * **Spotify** — install the [Spicetify](/integrations/music/spotify) extension.
    * **YouTube Music** — install [Pear Desktop](/integrations/music/youtube-music).
    * **Apple Music** — install [Cider](/integrations/music/apple-music).
    * **SoundCloud** — connect the [browser bridge](/integrations/music/soundcloud) <Tooltip tip="SoundCloud integration is experimental.">(experimental)</Tooltip>.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add the overlay to OBS">
    Add the Request+ overlay as a browser source in OBS or Streamlabs so viewers see what's playing.

    Full instructions: [Stream overlay](/overlay).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Take your first request">
    In your stream chat, type:

    ```text theme={null}
    !sr never gonna give you up
    ```

    Request+ resolves the track, adds it to your queue, sends it to your music player, and updates the overlay.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Next steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Queue & moderation" icon="list-check" href="/queue">
    Configure mods-only mode, sub-only mode, manual approval, and Guess the Song.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Customize the overlay" icon="palette" href="/overlay#themes">
    Swap themes or write custom CSS to match your branding.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Tip>
  Need help? Visit [requestplus.xyz](https://requestplus.xyz) or open an issue on [GitHub](https://github.com/DarkWolfie-YouTube/requestplus/issues).
</Tip>